It is not hard, certainly no more than any large gasket. I have most success by 'gasket gooing' the gasket to pan, then holding pan up and inserting all bolts 2-3 turns first, then start doing up finger tight opposite sides, finally with wrench, still opposite sides.
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The 2003 Ford Taurus has 12 valves.
The 2003 Ford Taurus has a V6 engine.
There is only one fix. Remove and replace the gasket. This is a major repair that should only be attempted by an expert.
Around $400 for a new install.
The 2003 Ford Taurus has overhead valves (OHV).
The 2003 Ford Taurus has a 4-speed automatic.
The 2003 Ford Taurus is a gas-powered vehicle.
I just had the timing cover gasket on my 2000 Ford Taurus replaced...Cost of Repair was $513
The approximate cost to change an oil pan gasket, on your Ford Taurus, is $125. The oil pan gasket can be purchased for $10.
The height of the 2003 Ford Taurus is 4 ft. 8.1 in. (56.1 in.).
The 2003 Ford Taurus is 16 ft. 5.6 in. (197.6 in.) long.